refills health tirzepatide title *Note: This is a national shortage that may affect Veterans who get this medication from the Phoenix VA. The @phoenixvahealthcare is experiencing ongoing medication shortages for the following medications: • Semaglutide ( hormone GLP SpaDerma | Semaglutide | Tirzepatide

Patients should be instructed never to transfer the tablets to other containers such as pill organizers or weekly medication dispensers, as these typically do not provide adequate moisture protection

Patients should use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary, as long-term PPI use carries potential risks including nutrient malabsorption and increased infection susceptibility

Better mood means fewer stress-eating episodes

How Medications Support Post-Bariatric Patients Medications such as GLP-1 agonists, dual agonists, phentermine, topiramate, and combination therapies can help restore control over hunger, cravings, and meal pacing

The risks associated with semaglutide may also be present for other GLP-1 agonists, such as tirzepatide (Mounjaro)